Lakhota Lake | |
Basin Countries: | India |
Lake Type: | Artificial lake |
Coords: | 22.4656°N 70.0645°W |
Pushpin Map Caption: | Location in Gujarat |
Pushpin Label Position: | bottom |
Pushpin Map: | India Gujarat |
Location: | Jamnagar, Gujarat |
Caption Bathymetry: | Lakhota Lake |
Image Bathymetry: | Lakhota_lake_Jamnagar,_Golden_hours.jpg |
Cities: | Jamnagar |
Lakhota Lake is a man-made lake situated in centre of Jamnagar in the Indian state of Gujarat.[1] The lake is popularly known as Lakhota Talav or Ranmal Lake.[2] Lakhota Fort is located on a small island in the lake. The lake is located 5 km from Jamnagar Railway Station. It is one of the largest water bodies in Jamnagar city and also among the prime places to visit in Jamnagar.[3]
In the 18th century Lakhota Fort and Lakhota Lake were both built by King Jam Ranmal.[4] The lake is known for being a recreational hub and a tourist spot.[5] It is home to many rare species, including 75 different kinds of birds.